Lab Technician (3rd Shift)

About the role

The Lab Quality Control Technician is responsible for obtaining samples of materials from the Mixing Department and testing those samples for quality parameters.

Responsibilities

• Operate lab equipment to test quality parameters including thickness, color, gravity, and cure.
• Calibrate lab equipment before the beginning of each shift.
• Manually record data accurately to ensure correct reports.
• Maintain rubber within specified ranges and retest rubber reclaimed by Quality Control.
• Test, investigate, and find solutions to correct problems in physical properties, cure rate, gravity, color, and thickness.
• Maintain various lab processes:
  • Color master processes
  • Cataloging
  • Storing
  • Cross-referencing
  • Color matching samples
  • Quality checks
• Maintain a safe and clean work area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to accurately record information for use by coworkers, customers, and vendors.
• Detailed oriented with strong basic math skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Experience with computer applications.
• Ability to work without supervision and make appropriate decisions.
• Ability to process work accurately and perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency in using computers, including keyboard, touchpad, monitor, and mouse.
• Ability to use office equipment such as printers, copiers, calculators, and telephones.
• Ability to work in a stationary position for extended periods, often in an office environment.
• Physical activities include sitting, maneuvering around the plant floor, talking, hearing, handling, reaching, and feeling.
• Ability to stoop to pick up items off the floor and reach above your head to obtain or place work-related materials.
• Ability to periodically lift and move documents, files, and other materials to maintain workflow.
• Ability to move about the office, plant, and grounds to deliver and receive work-related materials.
• Must dress professionally and appropriately.
• Ability to work safely and identify color differences.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Adequate math skills.
• Ability to pass company entrance test.